Alternative to Truck Scales: Why Choose a Load Volume Scanner
For industries like mining, civil construction, quarries, and mulch operations, finding an alternative to truck scales can save time, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Traditional scales are expensive, difficult to move, and prone to wear and maintenance. A Load Volume Scanner (LVS) provides a smart, portable, and efficient solution that delivers accurate load measurements while maximising operational efficiency.
Traditional truck scales have been a standard for measuring payloads, but they often come with high costs, installation challenges, and maintenance issues. For many industries—including mining, civil construction, quarries, and mulch or bark operations—a Load Volume Scanner (LVS) provides a smarter, more efficient solution.
Unlike truck scales, the LVS is portable, easy to install, and can be deployed in multiple locations. Its low-maintenance, non-contact measurement technology eliminates downtime caused by wear and tear or frequent calibration, making it a truly cost-effective alternative.
In-Motion Scanning for Real-Time Accuracy
One of the biggest advantages of a Load Volume Scanner is its in-motion scanning capability. Trucks can pass under the laser scanning head while fully loaded, and the system generates graphical representations of load shape and distribution.
This feature allows operators to:
Detect off-centre or unsafe loads
Identify load fragmentation
Improve truck fill factors
Optimise payload efficiency
By providing real-time feedback, the LVS helps operators maintain consistent loading practices, which reduces the risk of equipment wear and improves overall operational productivity.
Load Position Monitoring and Operator Training
With detailed load distribution graphics, supervisors can monitor performance and educate operators on optimal loading techniques. Manual measurements of truck body dimensions and load features can be complemented by point-to-point scan data cross-sections, giving a comprehensive view of every load.
This ensures:
Safe, balanced truck loading
Increased payload accuracy
Better operator training and efficiency
Cost-Effective Load Management
Compared to traditional truck scales, the LVS is far more affordable upfront and provides ongoing savings through improved efficiency. The Overview Load Management Software makes it simple to:
Retrieve and view measurement records
Edit, sort, and filter data
Generate summary reports in Microsoft® Excel
By combining accurate load measurement with efficient reporting, the LVS reduces errors, improves inventory tracking, and maximises productivity.
Why LVS Is More Than Just an Alternative
A Load Volume Scanner also allows users to:
Determine product densities by combining volume and weight data
Record truck and load details for compliance with quarry and landfill regulations
Monitor incoming materials for land rehabilitation or construction projects
In short, an LVS is not just a replacement for truck scales—it’s a comprehensive payload measurement solution that improves efficiency, safety, and accuracy across all operations.
